Pertuis was a Byzantine Empire fortress guarding a pass through the Pyrenees into Ispania. In the spring of 1315 the Franco-Saxons succeeded in storming the fortress with the aid of their hellpowder. After looting and burning, the Franco-Saxons left the ruins unoccupied as they advanced further into Ispania. After camping overnight, he was discovered by Wighard and Hilda, two Anglelanders he had met previously in New Carthage. The three found that they had been sent by their respective rulers and had a common interest. They agreed to travel together to St. Gall.